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NFL analysts debate Troy Aikman's future amid ESPN contract uncertainty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 6:34 AM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

NFL analysts debate Troy Aikman's future amid ESPN contract uncertainty

Summary

Discussion surrounding Troy Aikman's potential split from ESPN has intensified as his contract nears its end after the 2026-27 season. Aikman, in the final year of a five-year deal at $18 million annually, may not continue with ESPN due to stalled negotiations that have paused until after Super Bowl LXI in February 2027. Fans and analysts speculate about the possibility of Aikman joining Al Michaels at Amazon for Thursday Night Football, although opinions vary on whether this would enhance Amazon's coverage. As of now, Aikman and Joe Buck are set to cover Monday Night Football and the Super Bowl this season, but Aikman's future remains uncertain pending contract discussions.

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Market Watch

•Troy Aikman's contract expires after the 2026-27 season.
•Negotiations with ESPN are stalled until after the Super Bowl.
•Fans are discussing a potential move to Amazon to join Al Michaels.
•Joe Buck has a new deal with ESPN worth up to $180 million.
•Greg Olsen may be a candidate to replace Aikman if he leaves.

Latest Updates

6:34 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Trade (Troy) Aikman to Amazon to Work With Al (Michaels),’ ‘Good Lord No’ — NFL Analysts, Fans Debate Potential Shake-Up in ESPN and Prime Video Booths

What they're saying

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NFL fans have become used to hearing Troy Aikman and Joe Buck call Monday Night Football, so talk of a possible split has naturally drawn interest. The discussion has also brought Amazon Prime Video into the picture, with fans wondering whether Aikman could join Al Michaels on Thursday nights in the near future.
— Yahoo Sports

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